Robert Kelley III , DMD MSD

Robert Kelley is a periodontist and resident of St. Augustine, Florida. Originally from Tampa, Florida, Robert was born and raised in the area, where most of his family still resides. His interest in dentistry began early, influenced by his grandfather and three uncles, all active dentists in the Tampa Bay and surrounding communities. It was during his high school years that Robert began to seriously consider dentistry as a career. He spent significant time shadowing various dentists across numerous specialties during school breaks, with a particular interest in periodontics after shadowing his uncle, a fellow periodontist, perform Guided Bone Regeneration.Robert received his Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Florida and was accepted into Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in 2017. He graduated from dental school in 2021 and began his periodontic residency at Nova Southeastern University the same year. His research during this time focused on placing implants with simultaneous bone regeneration. Residency equipped Robert with the surgical skills to perform immediate implants, implants in the esthetic zone, ridge and sinus augmentations, soft tissue grafting, periodontal surgery, canine exposures, periodontal regeneration, and IV sedation.

During his third year of residency, Robert had the honor of meeting Dr. John Thousand at the Florida Association of Periodontists Conference. Dr. Thousand later invited him to visit his practice, where they discovered a shared philosophy in patient care and treatment. Shortly thereafter, Robert had the privilege of joining Dental Specialists of North Florida.

Robert is honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve the North Florida community. He looks forward to meeting and treating the patients of Dental Specialists of North Florida with respect and professionalism, providing excellent surgical results with open and frequent communication.

Currently, Robert is in the process of becoming a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. In his free time, he enjoys activities that get him outside, particularly running, spearfishing, diving, and the occasional golf game.

As a new colleague, Robert strives to make life as streamlined and simple as possible for the team. He values open and frequent communication to ensure everyone is always on the same page. If there is anything he can do to make things easier, he encourages his colleagues to let him know.

Robert looks forward to working with the exceptional Dental Specialists of North Florida team and treating the people of the North Florida community.

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